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How Sainsbury's won the battle for its first store in Dumfries

How Sainsbury's won the battle for its first store in Dumfries
BBC Scotland Wednesday 22 July 2026, 21:50 UTC 1 min read
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The supermarket giant overcame a planning condition and opposition from its rivals to open in Dumfries.

The supermarket giant overcame a planning condition and opposition from its rivals to open in Dumfries.
Sainsbury (ORG) Dumfries (LOCATION)
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